Students and artists at ASU collaborated to cast iron sculptures at the 2023 Koji Iron Pour.
Art at 2,800 Degrees – The Arizona State Press
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Around the World With Galaxy: Samsung’s Innovative Marketing Campaigns in South America, Europe, the Middle East and Southeast Asia
Throughout the years, Samsung Electronics has continually led innovation within the mobile industry — and this year was no exception. Following the release of the highly coveted Galaxy Z Flip5 and Z Fold5 foldables, Galaxy S23 series smartphones and Galaxy Watch6 series, Samsung has engaged in a variety of global marketing initiatives aimed at bringing users closer together. Samsung Newsroom has handpicked a selection of these creative campaigns that have truly captivated the imagination and resonated with consumers around the world.
The Intricacies of Nature Captured Using Galaxy’s Powerful Camera
[Argentina] Showcasing Nature Through a Galaxy Mini Documentary
▲ The mini documentary “Epic Nature” was filmed using the Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Samsung teamed up with National Geographic to release “Epic Nature,” a captivating mini documentary shot using the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The film captured the stunning and diverse wildlife inhabiting Cuenca Los Ojos, a biological reserve in Sonora, Mexico. Utilizing the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s incredible high-definition 200MP camera, the documentary recorded the smallest details of the wildlife reserve, rendering breathtakingly vivid imagery. Additionally, Nightography mode allowed filmmakers to shoot seldom-seen nocturnal animals — such as jaguars, black bears and ocelots in low-light environments — giving audiences a rare glimpse into the lives of creatures that are active at night.
[Europe] Monitoring and Protecting Wildlife With Galaxy
▲ Capturing wildlife with the Galaxy S23 Ultra
In Europe, Samsung has joined forces with Africam and the Black Mamba Anti-Poaching Unit to create the “Wildlife Watch” program in 2021. This initiative harnesses the cutting-edge technology of the Galaxy S21 Ultra and Galaxy S23 Ultra to monitor wildlife and combat poaching at the Balule Nature Reserve in South Africa. Viewers can alert rangers of danger and aid in conservation efforts through 24-hour live streams of wildlife in the savannah. Thanks to their advanced recording features and Nightography mode, the Galaxy S21 Ultra and Galaxy S23 Ultra are protecting animals and keeping them out of the hands of poachers.
Prioritizing Health and Wellbeing With Galaxy
[Netherlands] A Night of Restful Sleep With Galaxy Watch6
▲ Images from the Sleep Rave event in the Netherlands
Samsung Benelux organized the first-ever Sleep Rave event at the Hotel Arena in Amsterdam, Netherlands. During the Sleep Rave, participants wore the Galaxy Watch6 and listened to an eight-hour DJ set specially designed for sleep — by Mr. Belt & Wezol, Dutch DJ duo, and Dr. Els van der Helm, a sleep expert and neuroscientist. Samsung analyzed participants’ sleep patterns — including sleep stages and regularity — using the sleep coaching feature on the Galaxy Watch6 to gain new insights on how music impacts sleep quality. The gained insights were used by the DJ Duo and Dr. Els van der Helm to create the ultimate sleep track, which is now available on Spotify. For a full recap of the whole event, check out the aftermovie.
[Chile] Sports Fans Gear Up for a Day of Wellness
▲ The first-ever Watch6 Wellness Festival held in Santiago, Chile
At the Prince of Wales Country Club, Samsung brought sports enthusiasts and fitness lovers together for the Watch6 Wellness Festival in Santiago, Chile. Attendees participated in a variety of instructor-led exercise sessions with activities such as yoga, spinning and CrossFit. Exercise data from each session was recorded on the attendees’ Galaxy Watch6 — giving them in-depth insights into their physical health including heart rate, body composition, blood oxygen levels, exercise length and more.
Showcasing the Capabilities of Galaxy Nightography
[Germany] Capturing the Beauty of the Night With Nightography
▲ Anajat Raissi’s photo won first place in the photo contest held by Samsung and FOTOTEST magazine.
▲ (From left) Photos by Pratul Jonnagadla Narasimha Murthy and Sylvia Chahed took home second and third place, respectively.
To give German creatives a new way to capture their city, Samsung organized a smartphone photo contest earlier this year in collaboration with German photography magazine FOTOTEST. After receiving submissions from nearly 800 individuals, five finalists were selected to participate in the final round — the ultimate nightography competition using the Galaxy S23 Ultra. The finalists’ photos each captured distinct scenes at night in extraordinary detail and clarity, highlighting the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s impressive Night Mode functionality.
Creative Collaborations for New Artistic Accessories
[Brazil] Collaboration With Graphic Designer Unveils Galaxy Digital Art
▲ Galaxy Z Flip5 digital art by graphic designer Jean Rosa
Samsung partnered with graphic designer Jean Rosa — an artist who reimagines landmarks in São Paulo, Brazil, through photography and illustration — to create a joint piece of digital art. The collaboration spotlighted the Galaxy Z Flip5’s unique foldable form factor and showcased the user-friendly functionality of the Galaxy Tab S9’s S Pen to demonstrate how both devices’ advanced capabilities are perfect tools for creatives. The full collection of Jean Rosa’s digital art can be viewed on Samsung Brazil’s official Instagram account.
[Middle East] A Limited Edition Galaxy Collection
▲ TM Roh, President and Head of Samsung Electronics’ MX Business, at the Galaxy Z Flip5 Gift Pack launch event
▲ The Galaxy Watch6 Classic Astro Edition resembles the astrolabe, used by ancient explorers and astronomers.
Samsung unveiled two exclusive Galaxy products tailored for the Middle East market — the Galaxy Watch6 Classic Astro Edition, celebrating the region’s legacy with modern technological innovation, and the Galaxy Z Flip5 Gift Pack, created in collaboration with Lebanese artist Nouri Fleihan. The Galaxy Watch6 Classic Astro Edition pays homage to the astrolabe, an instrument used by ancient explorers and astronomers, whereas the Galaxy Z Flip5 Gift Pack is a modern interpretation of the United Arab Emirates culture and includes a phone case, “abaya” (traditional dress), eco-bag and more.
[Colombia] The Galaxy Z Flip5 on the Runway
▲ Designer Diego Guarnizo takes a selfie with the Galaxy Z Flip5 at the sustainable fashion show in Colombia.
▲ Models donning designer Diego Guarnizo’s collection with the Galaxy Z Flip5
In support of eco-conscious movements within the fashion industry, the Galaxy Z Flip5 was donned by models on the runway during Colombia Fashion Week. The event showcased the Galaxy Z Flip5’s commitment to sustainability in perfect harmony with the sustainable fashion philosophy of local designer Diego Guarnizo. To emphasize this message, models wearing Guarnizo’s designs performed in an upbeat flash mob with the Galaxy Z Flip5 before engaging with visitors directly at the Galaxy Z Flip5 booth. Samsung’s collaboration with Guarnizo at Colombia Fashion Week highlighted the importance of environmental sustainability, underscoring Samsung’s use of recycled materials like discarded fishing nets and plastic bottles in its device components.
[Indonesia] ‘Samsung x You’ Campaign Celebrates Individuality
▲ Posters from the “Samsung x You” Campaign
Samsung rolled out the “Samsung x You” campaign across Southeast Asia and Oceania (SEAO), offering an unparalleled opportunity to experience limitless device customization possibilities. Displaying the extensive collection of accessories available for the Galaxy Z Flip5, the initiative encouraged users to express their individuality through their devices. In addition, Samsung collaborated with renowned local artists and brands to bring region-exclusive accessories that incorporate cultural designs and elements — providing users with unique colors, themes and designs to choose from. Created with younger generations in mind, the “Samsung x You” campaign will gradually expand to all SEAO markets including Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
Anything Goes at Art Society exhibition
The Bundaberg Art Society will be hosting their final exhibition for the year with the theme being no theme at all.
2023 Dodd Market
About this Event
270 River Road, Athens, GA 30602
Organized by Lamar Dodd School of Art’s Dodd Ambassadors at the University of Georgia, join the second annual Dodd Market. Dodd Market’s mission is to provide valuable selling experience to art students and to engage the UGA and Athens community with student artists.
Oftentimes, student artists face high start up costs for markets, organization, travel and percentage of sales at traditional markets. Dodd Market provides a completely free experience for UGA students. This event is made possible the UGA Parents Leadership Council.
Walton College Students Seal the Deal in 2023 Sales Competition
Nov. 17, 2023
Grant Schol
The top image highlights finalists Bailey Martin & Katherine Warstler (1st), Eánthe Pieterse & Kaylee Blackwood (2nd) and David Darst & Frederick (Andrew) Milam (3rd) in the team competition. The lower image highlights the individual finalists: Isabelle Kopischke (1st), Raeley Wilson (2nd) and Jackson Tilley (3rd).
During a two-day event earlier this month, 145 students from eight classes within the Sam M. Walton College of Business participated in the college’s 2023 Sales Competition, the largest one held to date. To participate, students must be enrolled in the Selling and Sales Management class (MKTG 4343) for the Nov. 8 team competition and in the Advanced Professional Sales class (MKTG 4353) for the Nov. 9 individual competition.
TEAMWORK
Six teams, consisting of two students on each, made it to the finals on Nov. 8. The team winners were Bailey Martin and Katherine Warstler in first place, Eánthe Pieterse and Kaylee Blackwood in second place and David Darst and Frederick (Andrew) Milam placing third. Sanofi Consumer Healthcare was the case sponsor and featured Icy Hot and Aspercreme topical pain reliever brands in the case study.
During the first team competition, students acting as sales professionals were tasked to:
- Introduce themselves,
- Uncover the needs of the client,
- Present solutions to meet those needs,
- Overcome any objections and
- Ask for the business.
Each team was expected to follow the sales process and present themselves as professionals. To prepare, they studied their products, researched what obstacles might be present and what appropriate solutions might be. Their solutions should grow the topical pain relief category, create a marketing plan and gain approval from the buyer.
INDIVIDUAL SALES CALL
Winners in the Nov. 9 competition for the advanced class were Isabelle Kopischke, who placed first, followed by Raeley Wilson coming in second and Jackson Tilley coming in third. The case sponsor was Fastenal, an industrial fastener and safety supply distributor.
During the individual competition, competitors pitched to a lighting fixture company to sell Fastenal brand products. For the event, students:
- Studied the Fastenal product line,
- Researched supply chain solutions provided by Fastenal
- Examined supply chain needs and
- Asked for their commitment.
During the process, competitors asked detailed questions about potential supply chain issues experienced by the buyer. They then explained how their Fastenal products could assist the client and resolve supply chain issues.
“The teams won because they understood and practiced the art of selling,” said John Ballentine, instructor and sales program director in the Department of Marketing. “They followed the process, did their homework and welcomed coaching from their professors.”
Ballentine and fellow faculty members help to shape students in becoming sales professionals, not just salespeople.
“Selling is listening and helping,” Ballentine said. “Integrity matters. Trust matters. The prestigious role of a sales professional is to create value by solving client problems.”
Walton College faculty and staff joined forces to facilitate the event. The competition was planned by Jessica Burkett, director of student success, who coordinated the event and secured 30 industry professionals as judges.
Faculty in the Department of Marketing mentored and coached students in preparation of the competition. With a combined 150 years of sales and marketing experience, the faculty team was composed of Trey Fairman, Rob McEver, John Lezon, Craig Geiger and John Ballentine. Serving as the sales program director, Ballentine led the competition program.
The clear winners in the program were students. Through the competition, students gained real-world experience and a better understanding of the sales process, leading to stronger self-confidence within their careers. Several participants landed job interviews and networked with the judges.
“It’s a game changer,” Ballentine said. “It is fun to watch students compete and showcase the skills they have learned in class.”
The best of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards finalists 2023
Created in 2015, the annual Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards contest showcases the best of wildlife photography, while also calling to attention the threats faced by the wildlife around us.
ADVERTISEMENTAn owl is bored out of his tree. A kangaroo shreds on an air guitar. A young greenfinch gets an almighty bollocking. And two bear buddies are genuinely thrilled to see each other.
No, this isn’t some sort of David Attenborough fever dream. It’s all a part of this year’s Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.
With thousands of entries from around the world every year, there’s no shortage of delightful images. You can find all of this year’s finalists on the competition’s website.
We have singled out ten of our favourites.
We feel you, buddy.
“Move! I saw him first!”
“Good evening, Clarisse… I mean, heeeeey!”
“Mornin’, neighbour!”
“Go to your room and don’t you dare come out until that place is spotless, d’you hear?”
Shredding. Positively shredding.
“If I have to hear one more time how frustrating it is for you not to have bagged Taylor Swift tickets, Sharon, I will say goodbye to the branch.”
“This is doing me a fascinate.”
“Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!”
There are no words for how cute this is.
Head over to The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards website for more of this year’s2023 Finalists.
A long ‘Kiss’ goodbye: Memorial Park statue to linger in Omaha until January 2024
The “Embracing Peace” sculpture — loved by some, derided as cringey or kitschy by others — has drawn visitors to Omaha’s Memorial Park since April, and it will be staying
Photographer Switches to JPEG and Is Impeached by Local Club |
Seattle, WA: Local photographer Wyatt Jones recently decided to switch from shooting in raw to JPEG format in an effort to spend less time editing images. However, he soon discovered he was spending even more time explaining his decision to horrified fellow photographers who were developing negative opinions.
“I figured JPEGs would be quicker – just shoot and share!” said Jones. “But when I told my camera club friends, you’d think I just kicked a puppy. They kept asking if I had gone insane.”
Outraged photographers immediately began cropping up, inundating Jones with reasons he must shoot raw: white balance adjustments, exposure recovery, the ability to re-edit years later, and most importantly, better shadow recovery.
“Eric went on a 15-minute diatribe about how shooting JPEG was ‘destroying your creative potential’,” said Jones. “He said I may as well just be shooting on a Polaroid. But they’re my family photos, not the next Avengers movie!”
The pleas to switch back to raw fell on deaf ears. Later, Jones proudly posted a JPEG photo to his photography forum titled “The Raw Truth.” He hoped his unprocessed image would develop into an interesting discussion.
The horrified responses poured in, critiquing the color, noise, and lack of flexibility. “This would have been easily adjustable if you had the raw file,” remarked one commenter. “I could have recovered at least 2-3 stops of shadows from the raw data,” contributed another. “Your children must be so ashamed to be in this picture,” said one particularly rude commenter.
After spending four hours defending his artistic choice, Jones finally admitted that perhaps he had acted in haste. The next day, he sheepishly swapped his camera settings back to raw, hoping to regain positive exposure among his peers.
But the photography club was still fuming over the debut of Jones’ undeveloped JPEG image. They asked him to resign as President and charitably offered to only reduce his membership level from Gold to Silver status.
“It’s like they had a personal vendetta just because I shot one lousy photo without raw,” complained Jones. “I thought artists were supposed to be open-minded!”
When reached for comment, Jones said only: “Next time, I’ll just hire an editor to handle all the developing drama.”
Photography: How to get great holiday snaps
In the days when we used to come home with slides after a holiday, there would be a ‘slide night’ for friends and relatives to be bored out of their minds with shots of, “Here we are at the hotel in Nakon Nowhere, and similar.” You’ve all been there.
However, with today’s digitals, you have the ability to review your photographs instantly, so you have every good reason to come back with better holiday snaps – and here’s how!
What we have to strive for are photos with ‘impact’. Ones that punch the viewer fair between the eyes and compel him or her to look further. To get this elusive ‘impact’ we need to look at simplicity, color, light and depth. Now while that may sound a little too advanced for someone with a point and shooter, it is not really.
Let’s take Simplicity first. In your photo there should be an identifiable “hero” – that is the subject matter. You have to frame up your shot so that you get rid of extraneous matter which detracts from the simplicity and also detracts from the subject, thus weakening your message. One tip is to use a wide angle lens and walk in close to heighten the dramatic viewpoint of your subject.
Color is next. Unless you are a Black and White exponent, color is one very easy way to get ‘impact’ into your shots. Look for very strong colors and include them in the photos. The three primary colors are red, blue and yellow and if you look through a travel photography book, you will find lots of reds, blues and yellows. You should also intensify the colors by screwing a Polarizing Filter on the end of your lens. This richens the color by decreasing the amount of reflection and will give you that deep blue sky you want in your holiday photographs.
When we mention ‘Light’ we are referring to the stuff supplied by the celestial light technician – the sun! The two best times to shoot are early in the morning or late in the afternoon. These are sometimes called the “magic hours” by some photographers, but they certainly are the times to shoot. You will get good shadow definition to give solidity to the scene and the two very different colors in the light also give your travel photos that extra something. The early morning ones will have a blue cast, while the late afternoon has distinctly orange hues. In fact, this weekend take the same shot at both those times and see the difference. For those who would like a technical explanation, as the sun approaches the horizon, its light has to pass through a greater air mass, including ozone, dust and water vapor. Wavelengths at the blue end of the spectrum are scattered and absorbed more than those at the red end of the spectrum, so the sunlight appears to turn yellow, and then red.
Now let’s see how we can add Depth into your photographs. By “depth” we are trying to give your flat photos a 3D appearance. The first way is to use shadow to give depth. The second way is to include people in the shots to give a sense of perspective. This is the only way you can show just how large any statue is – compare it to the height of a person. Another old photographic “trick” is to include “leading lines” such as a wall, fence or pathway to pull the viewer into the shot. These lines also work best when they follow a diagonal, rather than a straight horizontal or vertical.
The final two items of advice are quite simple – time and people. Take your time when you have arrived at the travel destination and walk around statues, memorials, temples and the like. You may see a better view than the usual front on variety. Search for interesting foregrounds and vary the framing and composition. And try as much as possible to include people in your travel shots. Adding one or two people in a photograph adds a point of connection for the viewer, a sense of being there.
Have a happy holiday!
First Nations art a feature to Sovereign Hill upgrades
A NEW Wadawurrung cultural precinct at Sovereign Hill is set to include works by five First Nations artists.
The announcement of the contributing artists was made last week and will include works by Aunty Marlene Gilson, Dr Deanne Gilson, Tammy Gilson, Kait James and Lynette Fagan.
The project is set to be completed mid-next year and display sculptures representing the history of Wadawurrung people.
“The Wadawurrung cultural precinct will extend that knowledge of our laws, our traditional practices, of our creation stories, our oral stories that have been passed down to us,” said Dr Gilson.
“It will celebrate that continued living culture as despite the referendum results, we must move forward and educate the future generations.”
Sovereign Hill CEO Sara Quon said the precinct is a special and important addition to the living museum.
“This project is something that came from our master plan, but it came from consultation with traditional owners,” she said.
“As we sat down through the formation of our master plan, this was a project that we agreed was important.
“To be here nearly three years later working with artists on the realisation of that is very special.”
The State Government has contributed $6 million towards a wider upgrade that includes the First Nations art project and Member for Eureka, Michaela Settle, was at the site for the announcement.
“Sovereign Hill is a huge part of the Ballarat economy, but more than that it’s a big part of our lives,” she said.
“I think that’s what’s so extraordinarily special about today, is that something that’s been in lives for so long is now going to have a Wadawurrung cultural precinct.”
Other works as part of the funding include a ‘valley of lights’ dining event as well as an indoor dining overhaul, gold panning space upgrades, and improvements to accessibility.
In total the works should create 69 new construction jobs, with 11 ongoing positions once complete.
